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"Place names with 'to' in them" from 1 to 9 [Shichinohe Edition] A place that remains strongly associated with horse breeding...

Of the nine "To" (towns), Shichinohe is the northernmost, and even today, horse ranches are scattered throughout the area. These days, thoroughbred racehorses are raised, rather than military or farm horses.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.29

A moving restaurant!? Travel on the Hachinohe Line with TOHOKU EMOTION [Aomori Prefecture and Iwate Prefecture]

Dining cars where you could eat on board trains used to be attached to many long-distance express trains and Shinkansen trains, but they have disappeared over time. However, there are still some trains where meals are served on board...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.07.26

"Place names with 'to' in them" from 1 to 9 [Gonohe and Rokunohe edition] A simple but tasteful...

Aomori Prefecture's National Route 4 runs from the northern part of Sannohe County to the southern part of Kamikita County, connecting Gonohe and Rokunohe from the south. Gonohe is located in a mountainous area with extensive forests.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.25

[Around Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture] The delicious season has arrived! Events where you can enjoy beer...

The muggy heat that clings to your skin... Sweat pouring down like a waterfall... Just when you start to feel sluggish every day, the "season for delicious beer" begins. When you hold a chilled mug to your mouth...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.07.24

"Yakisoba Bagoong" is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions

Why is Yakisoba Bagoong so popular in Tohoku? A look into this local soul food

One of the things that surprises people living in Tohoku when they travel outside the prefecture is that Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold anywhere in the country. In fact, Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold nationwide, and is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.27

Zunda mochi keeps well at room temperature

"Zunda mochi" that lasts for a long time at room temperature, available at Sendai Station, is the perfect souvenir! [Miya...

When it comes to souvenirs from Sendai, there are many things like "Beef Tongue," "Hagino Tsuki," and "Sasakamaboko," but "Zunda Mochi" is also one of them, isn't it? However, authentic Zunda Mochi basically needs to be frozen...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.06.23

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] What is Yonezawa like? Learn about the region's history, tourist attractions, and local specialties...

It would be cool if you could explain smoothly when someone asks you, "What's XXX like?" This "Local Knowledge Treasure Box" is packed with trivia that will come in handy in such situations...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.17

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"Niji no Mart" is the kitchen of Hirosaki citizens, aiming to be a market that will last for 100 years! [Aomori Prefecture]

Located just a five-minute walk from Hirosaki Station, with an adjacent parking lot, it's easily accessible. Did you know that there's a food market in Hirosaki that sells everything, making it the kitchen of the locals? This time, we'll be introducing the Rainbow Mart in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture...

YokochiYokochi2024.06.13

[Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture] Yogurt specialty store "Morning" offers hearty and energizing des...

This time, we'll introduce "Morning," a yogurt specialty store with its main store in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. They offer safe and delicious snacks for your children. Started by a single mother, they offer yogurt and desserts...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.10

[Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture] Enjoy fresh fruit! Fruit Peaks Café...

This time, we'll introduce Fruit Peaks, headquartered in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. Their carefully selected fruits are not only beautiful to look at, but also first-class in taste. They offer meals, snacks, and souvenirs...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.07

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